In this lesson, students learn that music can express different emotions and moods as they are introduced to Yo-Yo Ma, the famous Chinese American cellist. After watching videos from the PBS KIDS series PINKALICIOUS & PETERRIFIC®, students listen to Yo-Yo’s music and describe, using images and words, the emotions they feel. Then students explore how […] Continue »
The performances in this collection were filmed at the Beauty of Jasmine Chinese Music and Dance Concert at the University of Kentucky’s Singletary Center for the Arts in March of 2012. The program was presented by the Chinese Music, Dance, and Arts Program (CMDAP), led by director Hong Shao. CMDAP is an educational performing and […] Continue »
Explore sequencing through an animated story and a hands-on activity in this lesson from Work It Out Wombats!™. The computational thinking (CT) skill of sequencing—defined as following or creating a set of steps in order to solve a problem, accomplish a task, or make something new—is also a foundational skill used in math and literacy. Continue »
Chelsea Rim from the Memphis Zoo explains how plants provide food and shelter for animals and humans. This resource is drawn from the public television series Let’s Learn. Let’s Learn aims to provide our young learners with the knowledge and skills to learn and succeed in school and beyond. Continue »
Read My Big Family with Darlene Thomas. This book, by Yanitzia Canetti, is about family structure and changes in the home environment. After reading, students will be invited to identify, draw and label members in their own familes. Continue »
Engage students with Xavier Riddle and the Secret Museum, a PBS KIDS series based on the Ordinary People Change the World books by Brad Meltzer and Christopher Eliopoulos. The show follows the adventures of Xavier Riddle, his sister Yadina, and their friend Brad as they travel back in time to meet real life historical figures […] Continue »
Use this art activity from Peg + Cat to understand shape attributes, composition and decomposition of shapes. Children can combine shapes to draw Peg, Cat, and all their friends. Peg can help children every step of the way as they use their paintbrush and different colors to draw snazzy shapes or colorful characters—or, she can […] Continue »
Read Ruby Finds a Worry by Tom Percival with Darlene Thomas. After reading, Darlene introduces strategies for recognizing, labeling and managing stress. Continue »
Teachers are encouraged to read a book and help students rotate through three activities that explore insects: butterfly coffee filters, insect counting to practice basic math skills, and exploring the life cycle of a butterfly. These activities are for children ages PreK-K. Continue »
We all learn to control anger, stand up for ourselves and resolve conflict through practice. Imaginary play is a fun and safe way to help children prepare for difficult moments, such as what to do when conflict arises at daycare, at school or with siblings. Let your child know that sometimes we do things that […] Continue »
Six TEAMology social-emotional activities from their SEL curriculum, plus a coloring and activity book to use with students in grades PreK-5th grade. Continue »
In this video from Let’s Learn, author Kevin Nobel Maillard reads, Fry Bread: A Native American Family Story, a book celebrating Native American culture. After reading, he and his two children create fry bread using playdough. Continue »
PBS KIDS Family & Community Learning (FCL) with Peg + Cat is a four-day series of sessions that engage families in active, hands-on learning experiences. The sessions use creative play and exploration to introduce children and grown-ups to digital and hands-on tools to spark interest in mathematics. Continue »
Beading is an Alaska Native art that Molly and Trini enjoy doing together. In the PBS KIDS show MOLLY OF DENALI™, they learn that following directions is important. Follow these directions to make a beaded necklace with your child! Continue »
Explore why it’s important to vote and what kids can do to help get adults to the polls, using this video from the PBS KIDS series ARTHUR. Buster and Binky are shocked to learn that their parents didn’t vote in the last election, and that they hardly ever vote! Buster’s mom forgot, and Binky’s dad […] Continue »
In Carmen’s home town of Mexico City, they learn about Day of the Dead. Continue »
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